Featured Program
Duke Ob/Gyn Research Scholars Educational Training (ReSET) Program
- Do you have expertise in grant-writing and/or reviewing? Sign up now to be a lecturer, workshop leader or mentor for the Duke Ob/Gyn's new ReSET Program.
- Do you want to get trained and mentored? ReSET provides structured, real-time grant writing support and welcomes all ob/gyn trainees, faculty and K12 scholars. Lectures and workshops will be held on the fourth Wednesday of each month at Baker House Room 214 from 9:30-11 a.m.
- Are you submitting an external grant in the next 3-6 months? Request a personal Grant Development Support (GRADS) Team to help you get your grant out the door.
Plus, mark your calendars for the launch of the ReSET Program! All ob/gyn trainees, faculty, staff and K12 scholars are invited to attend.
- Aug. 27, 9:30-11 a.m. in Baker House 214: "Writing Strategies: Common Pitfalls, Key Resources" (Presenter: Warren Grill, PhD)
Learn more on the ReSET website.
Duke Time Off Photo Contest — Deadline Aug. 4
Duke staff and faculty are invited to share photos of how they enjoy their time away from work — whether it’s a backyard barbecue, beach trip or far away adventure. Eligible entries will be entered to win prizes from the Washington Duke Inn, Duke Lemur Center, Duke Arts Presents or Duke University Stores. To enter, photos must be taken and shared between May 21 and Aug. 4, 2025, by benefits-eligible staff and faculty currently employed by Duke University and Duke University Health System. Click here for details about how to share/submit photos.
Primary Care CME at Sea Pines — Aug. 5-8
The Department of Family Medicine and Community Health leads a series of CME courses at The Sea Pines Resort in Hilton Head, South Carolina. The 2025 conference will be held Aug. 5-8. CME courses are jointly provided by the Duke University Health System Department of Clinical Education and Professional Development and The Sea Pines Resort.
Headshot Opportunity — Aug. 6
Duke Ob/Gyn is offering faculty and trainees* the opportunity to have a new headshot taken on Wednesday, Aug. 6.
- 8-8:30 a.m.: Faculty and current trainees who would like an updated headshot (we will try to accommodate during other time slots as time allows)
- 8:30-9:30 a.m.: New resident headshots (during M&M) and PGY3s
- 9:30-10 a.m.: New fellow headshots (after M&M)
*Trainees will be prioritized due to scheduling requirements.
HDRC Accepting Applications — Due Aug. 10
The Health Disparities Research Curriculum (HDRC) is now accepting applications. The HDRC is designed to increase knowledge and skill in the design and conduct of health disparities research. The curriculum consists of didactic and interactive sessions and will meet on the first and third Thursdays of the month from 3:30-5 p.m.; Sept. 2025 through June 2026. If interested in participating, a brief online application must be submitted by Aug. 10.
Carter Society 75th Anniversary — Sept. 11-13
Faculty, please join us to celebrate the Carter Society's 75th anniversary during our annual meeting in Durham, North Carolina from Sept. 11-13, 2025.
ACOG District IV Annual Meeting in Greensboro — Sept. 26-28
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) District IV Annual Meeting will be held Sept. 26-28 in Greensboro, North Carolina. Participation in programs and through advocacy is encouraged when possible. Faculty Elizabeth Livingston, MD, and Clayton Alfonso, MD, currently hold leadership roles and can provide additional information. Dr. Livingston serves as section chair, and Dr. Alfonso serves as vice chair. Please reach out to them for additional guidance and information.
Duke Summit on AI for Health Innovation — Oct. 8-10
Duke AI Health and the Pratt School of Engineering will host the second annual Duke Summit on AI for Health Innovation from Oct. 8-10. This event aims to foster a vibrant community of practice that bridges the medical and engineering fields to advance health-oriented AI development. The summit will spotlight Duke’s expertise in AI product development and healthcare innovation, emphasizing the use of responsible AI to improve health outcomes for patients and communities. More details to follow.
New NIH Public Access Policy Now in Effect
As of July 1, 2025, the 2024 NIH Public Access Policy will require that all peer-reviewed publications resulting from NIH funding — and accepted for publication on or after that date — be made immediately available in PubMed Central (PMC) on the official date of publication. This change replaces the 2008 Public Access Policy, which allowed a 12-month embargo before articles became publicly accessible in PMC. Learn more about the policy.
Make a Note: Subscribe to the Duke Research & Innovation Insider Digest for additional updates and resources like the following:
- School of Medicine Bridge and New Direction Funding Program
- Capital Equipment Threshold Increases July 1
Share Gratitude By Sending a Kudos Kard
When the Kudos Kard rolled out last May, DUHS team members sent more than 3,500 notes of appreciation to colleagues to celebrate the difference they made in the lives of our patients, their loved ones, and each other. The incredible response to this campaign highlights how our team members truly Put People First by celebrating one another. An enhanced version of the Kudos Kard has been rolled out — designed to make it easier than ever to connect, recognize and show appreciation.
Coordinated Support for School of Medicine Faculty During Difficult Times
In an effort to support faculty during this time of uncertainty and rapid change, the Duke University School of Medicine is partnering with Duke University and DUHS to offer coordinated support. Learn more about the available services for faculty at medschool.duke.edu/faculty.
Duke Military Association Affinity Group
The Duke Military Association (DMA) Affinity Group offers opportunities to network internally, attracts and retains veteran talent, promotes professional development and supports community outreach activities. Learn about the group, download a virtual meeting background to use, and more.
Cancer Dictionary
As a way to cope during her treatment for cancer, patient Duke Cancer patient Janis Krempa created a unique dictionary that used more traditional vocabulary — and a bit of humor — that made it easier to talk with her loved ones about her cancer journey (for example, she defines a chest port as a "pop socket" and the process of undergoing chemotherapy as "chemmunion"). Read Janis' story here, and read her dictionary here.
Duke Service: Protected Network for Research
The Compute and Data Services Alliance (CDSA) is pleased to announce the launch of its first service: the Protected Network for Research (PNR). The PNR is improving support for researchers who work with regulated and sensitive research data, other than DUHS electronic Protected Health Information (ePHI). The newly launched PNR consists of technical services and facilitative services to assist with necessary regulatory requirements. Researchers can receive full-service assistance when they need it and use self-service tools when they do not. Register for a one-hour virtual PNR information session here. More CDSA services are coming soon. To stay up to date on CDSA initiatives and services, join the mailing list, email your question or visit the website.
Clinical Trials Website and Directory: My Duke Research
The Duke University School of Medicine partnered with CTSI's Research Equity and Diversity Initiative (READI) and the Duke Office of Clinical Research (DOCR) to launch a new community-facing website about clinical research at Duke called "My Duke Research." The website aims to provide help information on research, share updates about current studies and research results and highlight the connection between health research and community health.
Duke's Sexual and Gender Diversity Advisory Council
The Sexual and Gender Diversity Advisory Council (SAGDAC) is a think tank that helps support collaboration and a wide range of innovative LGBTQ+ initiatives across Duke. Watch this video to learn more about the council’s advocacy work—from ensuring clinicians use appropriate terms in medical records to partnering with law students to address legal issues such as denied insurance claims.
Duke Moms Affinity Group
Duke Moms Affinity Group hosts a variety of opportunities for mothers to find support. A committee of Duke moms partners to provide fellowship and connection among like-minded members and to promote events across the Triangle. The group is making plans to host bi-monthly Moms Night Out events and Park Play Dates. Watch this video to hear members share what they love about the community or share your interest in volunteering by sending an email to DukeMoms@duke.edu.